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Transportation & Public Works Civil Assistant Project Manager (Omaha, NE)

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Are you a dynamic Transportation Civil Engineer ready to take the next step in your career? Join us as a Full-Time Transportation Assistant Project Manager in our Omaha office! We seek a motivated self-starter with exceptional communication skills to support and lead transportation design projects. In this role, you’ll assist with design plans, manage team assignments, and mentor junior engineers, all while building key relationships with clients and public agencies. Focused on transportation systems, you’ll contribute to impactful roadway and infrastructure projects that enhance community mobility. If you're experienced and ready to advance your career, apply today!

At E & A Consulting Group, Inc. ("E&A"), we take pride in being an engineering, planning, and environmental firm dedicated to excellence. With offices in Omaha, NE, and Lincoln, NE, we have built a close-knit, family-oriented community fueled by strong values and a team of highly talented individuals. Our commitment to employee development is the cornerstone of our success, fostering a work environment that embraces innovation.

As we continue to grow, we remain steadfast in providing a complete benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, Paid Time Off, and a 401(k) plan to ensure the well-being of our valued team members. Join us and become a part of Engineering Answers - not just a statement but a reflection of who we are – it's what we do.

 

 Transportation & Public Works Assistant Project Manager (Omaha, NE)

Description

We seek a Full-Time Assistant Project Manager for our Transportation team in our Omaha, NE office. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who can communicate effectively with team members, public officials, and clients to develop roadway and public improvement plans. This individual will have a proven track record of civil engineering design expertise.

Additionally, this candidate will:

  • Partner with an experienced Project Manager to lead a transportation engineering design team, focusing on urban and rural roadway projects.
  • Aid in overseeing the production of design plans and specifications for urban and rural public roadways, including grading, erosion control, and stormwater management.
  • Review civil engineering design calculations, drainage reports, and cost estimates
  • Mentor and encourage the development of junior professionals and technicians
  • Support team coaching, day-to-day guidance, and performance management.
  • Manage team assignments, including mentoring junior engineers and ensuring quality control.
  • Develop relationships with clients and public agencies, contributing to creating proposals for transportation projects.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related degree from an EAC/ABET, CEAB-accredited engineering program, or program that is meeting the NCEES Engineering Education Standard
  • Registered Professional Civil Engineer License
  • Ten years of progressively responsible engineering experience
  • Knowledge of the AASHTO “Geometric Design of Highway and Street”
  • Knowledge of Local Agency jurisdictional requirements for Roadway Design.
  • Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office
  • Experience with roadway design, hydrologic and hydraulic computations, computer modeling, and presentation of results.
  • Demonstrated team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Fifteen years of progressively responsible engineering experience
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the Nebraska Department of Transportation or City of Lincoln, NE roadway projects and/or Experience with the City of Omaha, Sarpy, and Douglas County, and/or other local agencies preferred
  • Demonstrated experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation and OpenRoads/GEOPAK software
  • Knowledge of Public Improvement Plan layouts, design, processes, and procedures.

 

E&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, genetics, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status

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Full-time Employee
Date Posted June 7, 2025
Date Closes July 7, 2025
Requisition OMA-22-2025
Located In Omaha, NE
Department Transportation & Public Works
Function Project Management
Job Type Full-time Employee
Compensation Salary, Varies
Shift Custom
Mon: 8 am to 5 pm
Tue: 8 am to 5 pm
Wed: 8 am to 5 pm
Thu: 8 am to 5 pm
Fri: 8 am to 5 pm
Hours 40+ hours per week
SOC Category 17-2051.00 Civil Engineers
Zipcode 68154
Name Human Resources

This job offers the following benefits

  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Dependent-Care Spending Accounts
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health-Care Spending Accounts
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Business Travel Accident Insurance
  • Dental
  • Dependent Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Life Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Maternity / Paternity / Family Leave
  • Medical
  • Prescription Drug Plan
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Supplemental Insurance
  • Vision
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Continuing Education Program
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Flexible Hours
  • Free Parking
  • Holiday Party
  • On-the-Job Training
  • Remote Access
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Wellness Program
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